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Technology Specialist at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Reviewed May 03, 2013
Interview Details Interview process was pretty straight forward there were 2 in person interviews then I was made a offer for employment.
Interview Question – The questions were all scenario based. For instance please tell us a time that ____ happened how did you over come it and what did you learn. Alot of those type of questions. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No negotiations on salary at all. I tried and failed.
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Store Associate at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Midlothian, VA (US) Oct 2011 – Reviewed Apr 25, 2013
Interview Details Had one interview. They go based off a chart of questions. A friendly smile and a strong handshake give off a good first impression.
Interview Question – Did you have any problems with associates at your other jobs? How did you handle the situation? Answer Question
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Store Technology Specialist-Key Carrier at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Orlando, FL (US) – Reviewed Apr 24, 2013
Interview Details Straight forward interview process. 3 interviews. Phone Interview. Next, interview with ASM, Then with Store Manager. Depending on your previous retail and management experience, this position can be training for a future management position, don't be suprised if HR (Human Resources) or the District Mgr. also show up.
Interview Question – Since this is also a technology position, you should have a computer tech background and be able to answer technical questions. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – There is a small amount of room for negotiation. Pay is typical for retail in this area. Extremely low pay for a tech job, but a chance to get experience doing light tech work with computers.
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Sales Consultant at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Washington, MO (US) Dec 2012 – Reviewed Apr 19, 2013
Interview Details Hiring process is very laid back. Most often done on the furniture pad at a comfortable desk. First interview is with assistant manager and if they like you then you will speak with the store manager. If that goes well you will be asked for a drug test and the job will be yours.
Interview Question – What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer. View Answer
Negotiation Details – Not a lot of wiggle room but I was able to get what I wanted. Just take what is offered and work for advancement.
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Sales Consultant at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Apr 11, 2013
Interview Details Hiring was internal. Our store had just lost several people all at once and I asked to be considered for the position (which at the time was new). Applied through the same web portal that external applicants apply through, but mentioned that I was an internal candidate. No other interview was required, just a statement of purpose.
Interview Question – None Answer Question
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ImPress Associate at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Pocatello, ID (US) Jan 2009 – Reviewed Apr 01, 2013
Interview Details The folks at the store were awesome. There was great communication all throughout the process, and expectations were very clearly laid out. Both the ImPress manager and the store manager participated in the process, and both were very easy to talk with.
Interview Question – I'm sorry, but there were no questions that I found terribly challenging. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – This phase was like the rest: relaxed and very conversational.
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ImPress Associate at OfficeMax
No Offer – Reviewed Mar 22, 2013
Interview Details Went through simple interview process, and answeed the scenarios that the interviewer asked me, and was hired pretty quickly after it.
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Outside Sales at OfficeMax
Declined Offer – Reviewed Mar 18, 2013
Interview Details Initial contact with the recruiter (Phone Interview). A face to face interview is set up with the District Sals Manager. Next, phone interview with the VP.
Interview Question – Tell me about a time when you failed. What happened and what did you do to overcome it? Answer Question
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Sales Associate at OfficeMax
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Eagan, MN (US) Oct 2009 – Reviewed Mar 12, 2013
Interview Details I first applied online, and then received a phone call to set up an in person interview. I first interview with the assistant store manager, and then interviewed with the GM. Interview questions were pretty standard, and focused on behavioral questions as well as past experience in retail.
Interview Question – What is your greatest accomplishment? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – None
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Sales Associate at OfficeMax
No Offer – Interviewed in Honolulu, HI (US) Jan 2013 – Reviewed Mar 05, 2013
Interview Details You apply online and choose the position you're applying for amongst the available list. A week or two later they may call you if they find your application and resume is interesting. The interview process depends with each store's recruit manager. I had two interviews at different OfficeMax locations. In one of them the interview was really casual and laid back. We talked mostly about my previous job experiences, education, the duties of the job and whether I'd be committed to the hours, which where early morning. The other interview on one hand, was more of your standard generic Q&A interview that required giving examples and not generalizing them. Describe what makes a good sales associate, tell of a time when you took initiative action, and so on so forth. So be prepared for either approach. It doesn't matter if you walk in with a nice suit and tie, if you can't answer these questions appropriately it just makes you look silly. Most of the employee dress casual uniform anyway, polo shirts with khakis, so try not over dress. Even though when you walk into the store an it seems laid back and quiet, the employers describe the job as rigorous and demanding.
Interview Question – Tell me of a time when you took initiative action? Answer Question
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